Development of the Cold War Flashcards: The Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan
Why did events in Greece change US policy?
Events in Greece changed US policy as the Government became more focused on Europe and to stop communism spreading
What was the Truman Doctrine
The Truman Doctrine was an American foreign policy whose stated purpose was to counter Soviet geopolitical expansion during the Cold War. It was announced to Congress by President Harry S. Truman on March 12, 1947, and further developed on July 12, 1948, when he pledged to contain threats to Greece and Turkey.
What was Marshall Aid?
The Marshall Plan was an American initiative to aid Western Europe, in which the United States gave over $12 billion in economic assistance to help rebuild Western European economies after the end of World War II.
What was the Soviet response to the Truman Doctrine?
The soviets made aid to the eastern bloc but it wasn’t as big as the Americans aid
What impact did the Truman Doctrine have on international relations after 1947?
It strained them as Stalin thought it showed that Americans wanted to make the whole world capitalist and wipe out the communists.
What did Stalin set up to rival the MP?
Comecon
What did Comecon allow?
financial aid to eastern bloc countries.
What was Cominform?
Information Bureau of the Communist and Workers’ Parties.
